1976 Bristol 603 vs. 2010 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2010 Jeep Commander is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Commander weights approximately 258 kg more than 1976 Bristol 603. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Bristol 603. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Bristol 603.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 2010 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Bristol | Jeep |
| Model | 603 | Commander |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 358 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 527 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
